Public Health Consultant

London Borough of Bexley; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading local authority is seeking a Public Health Consultant to provide strategic leadership in public health initiatives. The role involves working closely with various partners to enhance community health and wellbeing in Bexley. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of public health practices. This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to shape health strategies and make a significant impact on the local population's health.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience working with Local Authorities and NHS clinicians.
• High level of understanding in public health practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior public health leadership and expertise.
• Support the Director of Public Health on health protection matters.
• Develop partnerships to improve public health.

Skills

Leadership

Epidemiology

Health Promotion

Health Economics

Health Care Evaluation

Education

UKPHR or GMC Registration

Job description

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We are looking for a strategic, forward-thinking individual with drive and strong leadership skills to help both shape our distinctive local public health agenda and to inform decisions which will impact on the health and wellbeing of the population of Bexley.

As a UKPHR or GMC registered Consultant you will provide senior public health leadership and expertise on the following key areas: Public Health Intelligence, Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA), a number of core Public Health services (e.g. substance misuse, sexual health, tobacco control,) and technical support to the Bexley Wellbeing Partnership, with the overall purpose of making the best use of available resources to maintain and improve the public’s health and to provide expert advice on all health matters. In addition, you will support the Director of Public Health in the provision of information and advice to system partners on health protection matters.

You will have a high level of understanding of epidemiology and statistics, public health practice, health promotion, health economics and health care evaluation. Experience of working with a wide range of partners and organisations including Local Authorities, Voluntary Sector Organisations and NHS clinicians on health improvement and reduction of inequalities. We welcome applicants from clinical and non-clinical backgrounds.

This position will provide the post holder with an exciting opportunity to work with a dedicated and ambitious Public Health team who have a commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of our Bexley residents. The post holder will report directly to the Director of Public Health who is leading the development of a new Health and Wellbeing Strategy which has the potential for a significant system transformation across the borough. As our Consultant you will be pivotal to this work particularly in terms of supporting the delivery of the prevention agenda, being an ambassador for this work and developing the necessary partnerships to achieve our joint ambitions for the Borough and its residents.

Contract: Part-time / 28.8 hours

For further information please contact Dr. Nicole Klynman, Director of Public Health on 020 3045 5733 or e-mail [e-mail].

Candidate Profile

For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description attached.

Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough nestled in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent which means it combines the perfect blend of city vibe and the tranquillity of Kent. It's got award-winning parks, open spaces, and heritage sites. The borough has excellent transport connections, including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25. Bexley offers fantastic amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, and shopping areas. Our borough is also home to numerous primary and secondary schools, as well as further education institutions.

Our Offer to you

We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document attached.

Recruitment Information

As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on [e-mail]

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This role may be available as a development opportunity through secondment for the Council’s existing employees. The Council’s Secondment Scheme can be found here. If this option is of interest, please contact the recruiting manager.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Government Administration

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